Randall Pietersen
Randall (Randy) Pietersen is a PhD candidate whose research is focused on the development of new deep learning (DL) tools and methods for airfield damage assessment. Specifically, Randy’s work is centered on pavement structures and the development of novel, drone-based, remote sensing technologies as a safer, faster alternative to manual, human assessment. As a MathWorks Fellow, Randy will expand his work in the use of drones and hyperspectral image interpretation in the detection and class ...
Beatriz G. Klink
Beatriz Klink is a PhD candidate whose research explores the machine-learning (ML) and artificial- intelligence aspects of tunnel boring machines (TBMs). The goal of Beatriz’s research, supported by a MathWorks Fellowship, is to develop the first ML-based TBM operator assistance tool, eventually leading to automated geologic predictions for control of TBMs. Another major component of Beatriz’s work is techno-economic analysis (TEA) of TBM automation to provide a proof-of-concept and thoro ...
Matthew Goss
Matthew Goss is a PhD candidate in the field of atmospheric chemistry whose central research interest is the oxidation chemistry of atmospheric organic compounds. Specifically, Matthew is developing new approaches for studying atmospheric oxidation chemistry and providing valuable insights into the formation of atmospheric particulate matter (PM), which is directly related to poor air quality and global climate. As a MathWorks Fellow, Matthew will explore these processes through an innovative ...
Jingnan Shi
Jingnan Shi is a PhD candidate whose research is focused on perception and vision-based navigation for robots and autonomous systems with the goal of improving the safety, durability, and effectiveness of these systems. As a MathWorks Fellow, Jingnan will pursue three primary projects: development of a new algorithm to deliver fast and certifiably robust 3-D perception, a tool that has been successfully applied in several large-scale robotic systems and shared with the research community; a g ...
Victor Qin
Victor Qin is a PhD candidate whose research is centered in cutting-edge aerial technologies, including unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Specifically, Victor is addressing challenges presented by UAVs and similar technologies in air traffic control. UAVs present issues that traditional air traffic control (ATC) is ill-equipped to handle, including a high volume of on-demand flights that are far from airports. As a MathWorks Fellow, Victor will develop new unmanned traffic management (UTM) sys ...
Colin Pavan
Colin Pavan is a PhD candidate whose research focuses on nonthermal plasma (NTP) technologies, which hold significant promise as flexible, scalable, environmentally sound energy sources. Specifically, Colin’s research aims to create new NTP technologies to address needs in clean combustion and low emissions, economically viable sustainable fuel production, CO2 conversion, and more. As a MathWorks Fellow, he will explore a key, yet under-researched, aspect of plasma assisted combustion (PAC) ...
Lee Lopez
Lee Lopez is a PhD candidate whose research applies computation methods of investigation to hypersonic aerothermodynamics. Specifically, Lee studies the physical phenomenon of shock-wave boundary-layer interaction (SBLI) and the effectiveness of liquid metals to transfer thermal energy from vehicle surfaces at hypersonic velocities. As a MathWorks Fellow, Lee will pursue new insights about pressure and thermal loads on vehicle surfaces. This research is expected to have major implications for ...
Kir Latyshev
Kir Latyshev is a PhD candidate who integrates expertise in astrodynamics with system architecting methods for analyzing new innovative space systems to advance space exploration. Specifically, Kir is working to develop tools and methods to support lunar and Mars exploration. His previous work includes valuable contributions to a study sponsored by Blue Origin and led by MIT with the goal of understanding how the Human Landing System Descent Element technology could be used in future Mars mis ...
Akshay Kothakonda
Akshay Kothakonda is a PhD candidate whose research bridges aerospace, mechanical, biomedical, and chemical engineering to create next-generation planetary spacesuits with terrestrial applications in biomedical technology. Specifically, he is investigating advancements in the mechanical counter pressure spacesuit concept using computational modeling, advanced materials, and textiles. As a MathWorks Fellow, Akshay has already developed novel finite element analysis models for fabrics and a the ...
Dominique Hoskin
Dominique Hoskin is a PhD candidate investigating transitional hypersonic boundary layers and shockwave boundary layer interactions, with a specific focus on boundary layer receptivity to freestream disturbances. A key objective of his work is discovering the sensitivity of hypersonic boundary layer simulations to computational grid resolution in the leading-edge region. As a MathWorks Fellow, Dominique will focus on using the EXASIM code, a massively parallel high- order discontinuous Galerk ...